-2a + 8 + a - 3 = 2 - 2a - a + 3 find a

Question

This is a algebra, math problem that I need help with. Help me find a.

Answer 1

-2a + 8 + a - 3 = 2 - 2a - a + 3

-a + 5 = 5 - 3a      combine like terms

2a + 5 = 5            add 3a to both sides

2a = 0                  subtract 5 from both sides

a = 0                    divide both sides by 2